T, Forest here. I think the immage stands on its own, even for someone who doesn't know the man in black. Because I do, it has more meaning for me. The tunnel, as a space of dark metaphore, with Omnullus emerging from it, is descriptive of his charicter and philosophy, and the way in which he brings that philosophy to those who are not wiling to experience its origines. This is symbolized by his motion (and the determination in his walk), and by the bag he is carrying. it is important that, though he is in the light, he is only a silouet--making him intrinsically one with the space he emerges from. The buildings, I think, help the metaphore of Om. bringing these ides to others, because without them, there would be no connection to humanity, and only to nature, or the train tracks. I'm not sure what role the train tracks play in this idea; except that he was in this space without the protection the train symbolises (and this is the only way others experience this space). A problem with the image is that this metaphore becomes weak when you realize that the photographer was in the dark space too; but if you respect the photograph as an illustration of this idea, and not as journolistic proof of it, i think that is fine. the ice adds to Om's strength as someone who is willing to experience what other's are not.

wonderful shot. the exposure creates a really good effect

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this is great. great expression of emotion. i feel like hes just returned from the front lines and is walking home, but not sure if his home is still there, because it may have been bombed out... wow. the preceding rant was inspired. by this work. great work. fav.

keep it up!

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On to something, I'd say.

In fact, thats all I'll say.

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a touch of cinematographic
fantastic scene and atmosphere, im lost

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Great shot ... love the contrast !

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nice location and a perfect balance of dark and lights.

awesome photo

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ah amazing.. this works so well in b&w
awesome contrast, i love that he is just a silhouette
what a gorgeous place to shoot..

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